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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 51-year-old Tempe man was arrested on burglary and voyeurism charges after detectives say he watched and recorded women in their homes; police are asking for tips.
A Phoenix man was charged after Palm Beach deputies say he threatened influencer Natalie Valerin on TikTok; investigators tied the accounts to Arizona records.
Weather & Environment in ...
Highs climb from about 101°F on July 1 to 110–111°F by early next week; low humidity and gusty afternoons keep fire danger elevated. Cooling centers are available.
An East Valley attorney was arrested and now faces four felony counts after police say he secretly recorded women inside their homes. The case adds to a string of hidden-camera probes in Mesa.
A man and a woman were found shot to death Tuesday afternoon near North Valley Parkway and Sonoran Desert Drive in north Phoenix; detectives are investigating.
A 34-year-old Phoenix man, identified as Devin Alford, died after being detained near 44th and Thomas. State investigators have opened a probe.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Closed sales in Phoenix rose in May even as prices flattened, local MLS data shows. Buyers who timed the spring rate dip found negotiating leverage.
A Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office K‑9 was found in distress at Estrella Jail on June 18 and died; advocates say the public deserves answers as the agency withholds details.
Community & Society in ...
SRP is directing roughly $1.3 million to nonprofits for cooling centers, AC repairs and outreach across central Arizona as heat returns. The funds aim to keep vulnerable residents safer during peak temperatures.
Retail & Industry in ...
Central Admixture is closing its Phoenix 503B compounding plant at 2200 S. 43rd Ave., cutting 116 jobs as it exits the 503B business.
Food & Drinks in ...
Shaka Dogs brings taro-bunned puka dogs and neon dirty sodas to Grand Avenue. Island flavors meet Phoenix street-food sensibilities.
Scottsdale Fire says construction crews sparked two brush fires this week; both were quickly extinguished. Officials urged contractors to follow hot‑work safety steps to prevent wildfires.
A Ghanaian national extradited from Accra pleaded guilty in Tucson to a romance-and-inheritance scheme that targeted elderly Americans; restitution is set at about $4.4M.
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